Wastewater Plant Operator — On-Call & Certification-Ready

City of Copperas Cove, Texas; Copperas Cove (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Copperas Cove, Texas is seeking a wastewater technician to operate and maintain treatment facilities, ensuring compliant effluent quality and efficient unit performance. You will monitor processes, read reports, and participate in certification activities to stay current with regulations.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 2 years of wastewater facility experience, and Texas Class D/C wastewater certifications with timely attainment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Two (2) years experience in a wastewater facility or combination of education and experience.
• Must possess a current Texas Class D Wastewater Certification within 1 year of hire.
• Must possess/obtain a current Texas Class C Wastewater Certification within 3 years of hire (or within 1 year of TCEQ minimum experience requirements, whichever occurs sooner).
• Must maintain TCEQ Wastewater Certification for continued employment.
• Posses a valid Texas driver's license rated Class "B" CDL or be able to obtain within nine (9) months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the mechanical systems in good functional order and operate the system to obtain the best degree of treatment achievable under the existing load conditions of the plant.
• Understand each of the treatment unit processes in the plant, the monitoring practices used to evaluate the function of the process, and the adjustments used to optimize treatment efficiency.
• Stay abreast of the latest operating and maintenance practices through participation in short courses, training schools and maintain TCEQ Wastewater Certification.
• Subscribe to and regularly read several of the technical journals related to wastewater treatment, specifically those journals concerned with O&M.
• Understand the regulatory requirements of the plant concerning permitted effluent quality, reporting and analytical standards, emergency notifications, permit renewal schedules, inspections, and local regulatory communications.
• Maintain an accurate and legible system of records concerning operation and maintenance procedures.
• Use sound judgment in the expenditure of operating funds.
• Understand and consistently practice safety procedures associated with the facility.
• Perform other essential duties as required to achieve successful operation of the department.
• The employee must have the ability to work well with others and have a good/pleasant attitude.
• Regular and timely attendance is an essential job function.
• May/Will be required to respond to plant during emergency conditions and during call outs by supervisor.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Safety procedures

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Heavy equipment

Backhoe

Job description

City of Copperas Cove, Texas is seeking a wastewater technician to operate and maintain treatment facilities, ensuring compliant effluent quality and efficient unit performance. You will monitor processes, read reports, and participate in certification activities to stay current with regulations.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 2 years of wastewater facility experience, and Texas Class D/C wastewater certifications with timely attainment.